Katsurahama

Overview

Katsurahama is a beach in Kochi City, Kochi Prefecture, located on Urado Bay and facing the Pacific Ocean. It is known for its statue of Sakamoto Ryoma overlooking the ocean and is regarded as one of Kochi's leading scenic spots.

Highlights

• ●A beach on Urado Bay facing the Pacific Ocean
• ●A statue of Sakamoto Ryoma standing and looking out over the Pacific
• ●A beach celebrated in the traditional Tosa folk song 'Yosakoi Bushi'
• ●Selected as one of Japan's 100 Selected Beaches and No. 26 of the 88 Views of Shikoku

History

Katsurahama has long been celebrated in the traditional Tosa folk song 'Yosakoi Bushi' and became widely known for its statue of Sakamoto Ryoma overlooking the Pacific Ocean. It has been recognized as one of Japan's 100 Selected Beaches, No. 26 of the 88 Views of Shikoku, and among Shikoku's 88 Waterside Sites.

Map

33.4972, 133.5750 · Wikidata

Suggested itinerary

1. 1Walk along the Urado Bay shoreline facing the Pacific Ocean
2. 2Visit the statue of Sakamoto Ryoma overlooking the Pacific
3. 3Take in the beach celebrated in the Tosa folk song 'Yosakoi Bushi'
4. 4Enjoy the scenery recognized among Japan's 100 Selected Beaches

Did you know?

💡 Katsurahama has received multiple scenic recognitions, including Japan's 100 Selected Beaches and No. 26 of the 88 Views of Shikoku.

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